Biopolymer-coated nanocatalyst can help realize a hydrogen fuel-driven future
While popular as an eco-friendly fuel, hydrogen is difficult to produce efficiently in an eco-friendly manner (through sunlight-induced decomposition of water) due to stability...
Study sheds light on unique social character of forest elephants
A new study offers rare insights into the unique social character of forest elephants, the least understood of the world's three currently existing elephant...
Like wine, environmental conditions impact flavor of whiskey, study finds
Flavor differences in whiskey can be discerned based solely on the environment in which the barley used to make the whiskey is grown, a...
Researchers challenge the Conservation Reserve Program status quo to mitigate fossil fuels
Amid population expansion and severe climate conditions threatening agricultural productivity, sustainable food production is a national priority. Simultaneously, advances in bioenergy agriculture are necessary...
Low-level jets create winds of change for turbines
Global wind power capacity has increased more than fivefold over the past decade, leading to larger turbines, but low-level jets are one cause for...
‘Missing ice problem’ finally solved
During glacial periods, the sea level falls, because vast quantities of water are stored in the massive inland glaciers. To date, however, computer models...
‘Missing ice problem’ finally solved
During glacial periods, the sea level falls, because vast quantities of water are stored in the massive inland glaciers. To date, however, computer models...
For selenium in rivers, timing matters
Researchers have gained new insight into an ongoing environmental health problem.
Whale Sharks show remarkable capacity to recover from injuries, including partial fin re-growing
A new study has for the first time explored the extraordinary rate at which the world's largest fish, the endangered whale shark, can recover...
Whale Sharks show remarkable capacity to recover from injuries, including partial fin re-growing
A new study has for the first time explored the extraordinary rate at which the world's largest fish, the endangered whale shark, can recover...
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Gorillas, rhinos, lions and more will soon become extinct without immediate action
A report by 43 wildlife experts warns that without changes now, many of Earth's most iconic species will be lost forever.
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Named for 'el diablo' himself, a new and extremely rare orchid species reveals a wicked heart.
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Florida man arrested for stealing sea turtle eggs
He's given a whole new meaning to "poached eggs."
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Rare blindcat found in US, could prove water-filled caves connect Texas and Mexico
The extremely rare cave-dwelling albino fish with no eyes, the Mexican blindcat, has previously only been known to exist in Mexico.
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10 magical places saved by endangered species
In our efforts to save animals at risk of extinction, we've saved some extraordinary places as well.
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